June 25, 2026
In view of the Conference “Empowering EU Islands and Coastal Communities” of the Cypriot Presidency, concerning the future development of island and coastal regions across the EU, which will be hosted in Paphos on 26 June 2026, a press tour was held today, 25 June 2026, with the participation of media representatives from various Member States of the European Union, showcasing Cohesion Policy co-funded projects in Paphos.
The tour was organized in cooperation with the Municipality of Paphos, the Directorate General Growth of the Ministry of Finance, and the European Commission, and included visits to the following seven projects:
- Upgrading of ‘Markideion Municipal Theatre’ and its surrounding area
- Restoration and renewal of “Hani of Ibrahim”
- Restoration, upgrading, and landscaping of Municipal Market
- Redevelopment of the Traditional Town Centre and Kennedy Square
- Restoration of the former “Attikon” Cinema and its transformation into a modern Cultural Infrastructure and Conference Tourism Facility
- Establishment of the Pafos Historical Documentation Centre and landscaping of the surrounding area
- Connection and upgrading of the 28th of October, Kostis Palamas and Dionysios Solomos Squares
During the tour, journalists had the opportunity to ask questions and gain a clear understanding of the tangible results of Cohesion Policy investments, as well as their contribution to improving citizens’ quality of life and supporting the development of the wider local community.
